Barcelona are said to be intent on inviting a former player to their title celebrations when they finally win the La Liga title.
Xavi's men are on track to win Barcelona's first La Liga title in four years as they are currently top of the table.
With just five games to go, the Catalan giants need just two points to be crowned Spanish champions.
Their first chance to win the title will come on Monday when they head to the RCDE Stadium to meet local rivals Espanyol.
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An impressive win at their opponent's stadium would be a great achievement after a brilliant season for the Camp Nou club. According to Spanish journalist Toni Juanmarti, Barcelona plan to invite Gerard Pique to join the celebrations when they win the title.
He tweeted:
"Barca intends to invite Pique before the festival that will take place if they win the League."
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Pique played six games in the 22/23 season under Xavi before suddenly announcing his retirement from professional football in November.
At the time, former World Cup champion Spain said:
"Football gave me everything. Barcelona gave me everything. The cuers (Barcelona fans) gave me everything. "And now that [this] kid's dream has come true, I want to tell you that I've decided it's time to end this journey."
It was confirmed this week that legendary midfielder Sergio Busquets will leave the club at the end of the season.
After 18 years playing for Barcelona, ??Busquets said:
"Although it was not an easy decision, I think the time has come. It has been an unforgettable journey.
"It has always been my dream to play in this shirt and in this stadium. Reality has surpassed all my dreams. It is an honor, a dream, a source of pride and it means everything. to protect and represent this badge for many years of the year. “But everything has a beginning and an end. I want to thank everyone who made this happen, from day one to the last.
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